Description
Learn how to make delicious pan-seared shrimp in just a few minutes with this easy recipe. Tender shrimp cooked to perfection with garlic, butter, and a hint of lemon.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Shrimp: Pat the shrimp dry and toss with paprika, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Cook Shrimp: Heat oil and butter in a skillet, sear shrimp on both sides until pink and golden. Add garlic and lemon juice.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve over rice, pasta, or salad.
- For a smoky flavor, use smoked paprika.
- Avoid overcooking the shrimp, they should be just opaque in the center.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 170mg
